The three-car accident at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, triggered by Colapinto, involved team-mate Pierre Gasly and McLaren's Lando Norris. All three drivers were forced to retire from the event, with both Alpine drivers on course to score valuable points before the incident. palladian.co.za
Briatore acknowledged his initial upset with the crash but emphasized that the past is the past as the team concentrates on the championship fight. The incident occurred during a critical phase of the season as Alpine competes with Racing Bulls for position in the standings.

